LOTUS TEMPLE DELHI

Blended Into The Symbol of Love - The Eternal Chaste Lotus

The architecture of Lotus temple in Delhi was based on the design of Sydney Opera house. Also called Bahai temple the Lotus temple is the latest addition to the list of famous Delhi attractions. Once here you will surely enjoy wandering amidst the lush manicured gardens that also provides a great option for photography with the chaste Bahai temple of worship at the backdrop.

For the Exotic View Visit During
Evening Hours as Lotus Temple Glitters Like Diamond. Evening is the Best
Time to Visit.

I cannot believe it ! It is God's work..

--
Dizzy Gillespie, the late renowned Baha'i Jazz musician

Long before you savour the spiritual aroma of this
peerless architecture, you will see a white chaste lotus soaring high from
amidst the lush hills of Kalkaji in New Delhi. Lying to the east of Hauz
Khas is the last of seven major Bahai temples build all over the world,
the famous Bahá'í Mashriqu'l-Adhkar or Lotus Temple, as it
is commonly known. The lotus-shaped shrine, since its arousal as a
spiritual haven in December 1986, has carved itself on the consciousness
of the city's inhabitants, awning their imagination, fuelling their
curiosity, and remodelling the definition of worship. Designed by
architect Fariburz Sabha, the serene temple nestles amid a picturesque
backdrop adorned with emerald pools and lush manicured gardens, that
soothe every thirsty soul. With the onset of every new day, a humoungous
tide of visitors crowd to its doorsteps to behold its beauty and blend in
its serenely spiritual atmosphere. Come, experience yourself...

Hail To Thy Hands That Created Such Magic

The lotus shape of this architectural marvel signifies
secularity of all faith and creeds, a collective dream of all religion.
Walk on the cobbled pathway towards the opulent edifice, and believe us,
you will be overwhelmed with each step you take towards the melting pot of
all religions. Twentieth-century architecture has been characterised by a
high degree of technological prowess; by and large, peerless in aesthetic
value. Chuck a gaze towards the 35 m high petals made of special Korean
concrete (later clad with white marble) which had to be cooled at the
right temperature, so during the summer, the concrete was mixed with ice!
Amazing idea, isn't it? To everybody's curiosity, the structure seems to
floa on nine shimmering pools of water, which also cool the building.

When inside, look upwards to see the intricate interlocking ribs of the
petals, creating a heavenly mesh above your head. The aura of silence
surrounding the Prayer Hall instills reverence. Some are moved by what
they termed as 'eloquent silence'; others say that the 'divine atmosphere'
floating inside touch the hearts. No doubt, all are affected in various
degrees by the peace and beauty of the sanctum sanctorum. However, the
most exceptional feature that captivates every tourist is the absence of
any deity. Indian visitors, from the most urbane to the simplest rural
folk, expresses perplexity about this anomaly that defines the
all-pervasive nature of the Creator. Plan a visit in the evening when the
whole precinct glitters like a diamond, evoking illuminance in the blessed
direction of humanity. The whole ambience pulsates with the sweet glaze of
floodlights thereby amazing the viewers with unimaginable vistas strewned
around.

How To Reach

The temple is situated to the east of the intersection of
Mathura Road (the way to Agra) and the outer Ring Road. Tourists can reach
upto Nehru Place (the bus terminal is well connected to every part of the
city), from where one can take an auto-rickshaw or walk for 15 minutes.
The temple is open to visitors from Tuesday to Sunday (9 am to 7 pm)
during summers and 9:30 am to 5:30 pm during the winters. 15 minute
services are held at 10 am, noon, 3 pm and 5 pm, and you are welcome to
sit in on these. Attendants make sure there is no talking inside the
building, just a reverential atmosphere of prayer should preside.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Lotus Temple

Beyond Piety...About Beauty
Don't miss to see the ambrosial opera-house-of-Sydney like structure
soaring high from behind the lush green Kalkaji Hill. Designed by
architect Fariburz Sabha, the serene Lotus Temple nestles amid a
picturesque backdrop adorned with emerald pools and lush manicured
gardens, that soothe every thirsty soul irrespective of caste, creed
and belief.

Towards A Secular Goal
Without concentrating on a particular religion, the sacred hall
extends its hands to touch every religious soul. Leaving behind the
bars of caste, creed and beliefs, every devotional heart gets a
spiritual relaxation here.

About The Architecture
Twentieth-century architecture has been characterised by a high
degree of technological prowess; by and large, peerless in aesthetic
value. The 35 m high petals made of special Korean concrete (later
clad with white marble) which had to be cooled at the right
temperature, so during the summer, the concrete was mixed with ice!

A Prayer In Silence
The silence that prevails in the Prayer Hall instills a different
experience. Some are moved by what they termed as 'eloquent silence';
others say that the 'divine atmosphere' floating inside touch the
hearts. No doubt, all are affected in various degrees by the peace and
beauty of the sanctum sanctorum.

Catch Yourself In Cams
The picturesque Lotus Temple offers fascinating photographic options
with the emerald pools, the lush manicured greens and above all the
exquisite temple creating a perfect backdrop.

A delightful journey to see the magnificient heritage of Rajasthan
along with the pilgrimage places and the myriad hues of the hills and
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